1. Parties
This Model Release (the "Release") is made on [DATE] between [PHOTOGRAPHER / CLIENT NAME], of [ADDRESS] (the "Photographer"), and [MODEL NAME], of [MODEL ADDRESS] (the "Model"). [OPTIONAL: The Model is represented by AGENCY NAME.]
2. Shoot Details
This Release covers photographs and digital images of the Model taken on [SHOOT DATE(S)] at [LOCATION] for [PROJECT / CLIENT / CAMPAIGN NAME] (the "Images").
3. Grant of Rights
For the consideration set out below, the Model grants the Photographer, its clients, licensees, and assigns the [EXCLUSIVE / NON-EXCLUSIVE], [WORLDWIDE / TERRITORY] right to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, and distribute the Images, and the Model's name and likeness in connection with them, in any media now known or later developed, for [PERMITTED USES, e.g. advertising, packaging, websites, social media, stock licensing].
4. Usage Term
The rights granted last for [TERM, e.g. perpetually / two (2) years from first publication]. Use beyond this term or outside the permitted uses requires a new agreement and fee.
5. Sensitive Uses
The Images will not be used in a manner that is defamatory or pornographic, or in connection with [SENSITIVE SUBJECTS, e.g. political, religious, medical, or tobacco-related content] without the Model's separate written consent. Where the Images are used in connection with a sensitive subject, a statement will be included that the person depicted is a model, where appropriate.
6. Compensation
The Model will receive [FEE AND CURRENCY / PRINTS OR DIGITAL IMAGES IN LIEU OF FEE], payable [PAYMENT TERMS]. [OPTIONAL: Overtime is paid at RATE per hour beyond HOURS.] No further payment or royalties are due for uses permitted by this Release.
7. Editing and Approval
The Model agrees that the Images may be cropped, retouched, composited, or otherwise altered, provided they are not distorted in a way that is offensive or misrepresents the Model. The Model waives any right to approve the finished Images, [EXCEPT: APPROVAL RIGHTS, if any].
8. Ownership
The Photographer (or its client, as agreed between them) owns all rights, including copyright, in the Images. The Model has no ownership interest in the Images.
9. Release of Claims
To the extent permitted by law, the Model releases the Photographer and its clients and licensees from claims for invasion of privacy, right of publicity, defamation, or similar claims arising from use of the Images as permitted by this Release.
10. Age and Capacity
The Model confirms they are at least [AGE OF MAJORITY] years old and have the right to sign this Release. If the Model is a minor, a parent or legal guardian consents on the Model's behalf by signing below.
11. Governing Law
This Release is governed by the laws of [GOVERNING LAW JURISDICTION]. It is the entire agreement between the parties on its subject and may be amended only in writing.
12. Signatures
The Parties agree that this Agreement may be signed electronically and in counterparts, and that electronic signatures have the same effect as handwritten signatures. MODEL: [MODEL NAME] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE] PARENT OR GUARDIAN (if Model is a minor): [GUARDIAN NAME] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE] PHOTOGRAPHER: [PHOTOGRAPHER / CLIENT NAME] Signature: ____________________ Date: [DATE]